Prosper voters have rejected most of Prosper’s $192.3 million bond propositions, according to unofficial county voting results. Voters only approved two propositions designated to fund roadway and downtown improvements.
What you need to know
With all precincts reporting in both Collin and Denton County, Prosper voters have denied Proposition B, C, D and E.
The denied propositions would have provided funding for a new library facility, police headquarters improvements, parks and recreation facility upgrades and a new public works and parks service center.
Proposition B, C, D and E have received 53%, 59% and 51% and 54% of votes against the items, respectively, according to unofficial county voting results.
What they’re saying
Mayor David Bristol said in a statement to Community Impact town officials will continue to pursue the “best pathways forward” for the community.
“I will always respect the will of our voters and remain committed to serving our town with excellence,” Bristol said. “While I am disappointed that several desperately needed projects will not take place at this time, Prosper will remain a place with incomparable strategic vision and strong financial stewardship.”
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Chris Kern said in a social media post the election results provide “clear direction on what our community is ready to support at this time.”
“The priorities ahead will focus on continuing to accelerate infrastructure, particularly road and downtown investments, consistent with the results and the Town Council’s strategic vision,” Kern said. “Local elections have a direct impact on the projects and services that shape our daily lives, often right in our own backyards.”
Previously, Deputy Town Manager Bob Scott said if any propositions fail, Town Council members could look for alternative financing, but road improvements would likely remain a priority.
Prosper voters approved a $210 million bond in 2020, which Scott said the town’s rapid growth required officials to accelerate the program to finish in six years, rather than the initially planned 10 years.
As a result, Scott said town officials expect to run out of capacity from the 2020 bond by next year.
Updated 12:58 a.m. Nov. 5
Four of Prosper’s $192.3 million bond propositions have failed, according to unofficial county voting results. Prosper voters approved two propositions designated to fund roadway and downtown improvements.
The details
With all precincts reporting in both Collin and Denton Counties, Prosper voters have denied Proposition B, C, D and E.
According to unofficial county voting results, Proposition B, C, D and E received 53%, 59% and 51% and 54% of votes against the items, respectively.
The denied propositions would have provided funding for a new library facility, police headquarters improvements, parks and recreation facility upgrades and a new public works and parks service center.
Proposition A, designated to fund street and road improvements, passed with 2,507 total “For” votes and 1,731 “Against” votes.
Similarly, Proposition F, designated to fund downtown improvements, passed with a smaller majority of 52%, receiving 2,204 total “For” votes and 2,018 “Against” votes.
Previously, Deputy Town Manager Bob Scott said if any propositions fail, Town Council members could look for alternative financing, but road improvements would likely remain a priority.
With only Proposition A and F moving forward, Prosper voters approved $95.1 million in bond funding out of the proposed $192.3 million package.
Updated 11:14 p.m. Nov. 4
Four of Prosper’s $192.3 million bond propositions are failing in unofficial county voting results, with only two propositions for streets and downtown improvements passing.
What you need to know
In Collin County, 71 of 91 precincts are reporting as of 10:52 p.m. Additionally, 134 of 240 precincts in Denton County are now reporting.
As of 11:14 p.m., early unofficial county voting results show Proposition B, C, D and E are failing.
Proposition B, C, D and E have received 53%, 59% and 51% and 54% of votes against the items, respectively.
Additionally, Proposition F, which would fund improvements in downtown Prosper, has dropped from 56% in support to 52%.
Updated 10:08 p.m. Nov. 4
Most of Prosper’s $192.3 million bond propositions are passing in early unofficial county voting results—except the proposition to fund building a new town library, which is currently failing.
Zooming in
In Collin County, 35 of 91 precincts are reporting as of 9:51 p.m. However, while Denton County has 45 of 240 precincts reporting, voting results for Prosper’s bond election only include early voting numbers.
According to Collin and Denton counties unofficial early election results, Proposition A, which directs funds for street and road improvements, is passing by the largest margin with 1,392 total “For” votes and 712 “Against” votes.
Propositions B, D, E and F have received 53%, 53% and 52% and 56% of votes in support, respectively.
However, Proposition C, which would direct $34.2 million for a new town library, is currently failing with 56% of early voting results being against the proposition.
Posted 7:34 p.m. Nov. 4
Five of Prosper’s six bond propositions are currently passing, excluding the proposition for a new town library facility, according to Collin and Denton counties unofficial early election results.
What you need to know
Prosper voters are considering six bond propositions presented by the town of Prosper, totaling $192.3 million.
After early voting, Proposition A, which directs funds for street and road improvements, is passing by the largest margin of 1,375 total “For” votes and 695 “Against” votes.
Proposition B, D, E and F have received 53%, 53% and 52% and 56% of votes in support, respectively.
However, Proposition C, which would direct $34.2 million for a new town library, is currently failing with 55% of early voting results being against the proposition.
The $192.3 million Prosper bond referendum includes:
- Proposition A would direct $92.8 million for street and road project improvements
- Proposition B would direct $29 million for police headquarters improvements, including expanding the police headquarters to have a second floor and adding new parking and other upgrades
- Proposition C would direct $34.2 million for a new public library facility
- Proposition D would direct $24 million for parks and recreation facilities improvements
- Proposition E would direct $10 million for a new public works and parks service center
- Proposition F would direct $2.3 million for downtown improvements, including renovating the historic downtown silos, adding an entryway arch and updating accessibility
In early voting, there were 56,963 ballots cast in Collin County, which represents nearly 7.7% of Collin County's 740,482 registered voters, as previously reported by Community Impact.
Similarly, nearly 58,800 Denton County residents voted early for the Nov. 4 election, as previously reported by Community Impact.
What’s next?
Community Impact will update this article as more election day vote totals are released. All results are unofficial until canvassed.
Visit www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide to see results from all local and state elections in your community.
